Here’s what you should look for to choose a good avocado

How many times have you made a mistake choosing avocados? Sometimes, no matter how hard we try, it seems like we just can’t get it right. But don’t worry: it’s time to discover how to choose the perfect avocado and not die trying.For many people, finding the exact point of ripeness is not easy, but as a good Mexican, it’s almost a duty to know how to choose the best avocado, which is why we want to help you make a good choice.Enough softness. The basic test that we all use to know if the avocado is ready is to press it. Here’s the trick: gently press the avocado; if the part you pressed returns to its place, it’s the perfect avocado.Stem. A key sign to know how overripe or underripe the avocado is something very simple that most people don’t know. If the stem is black, it means it’s overripe; if it’s green, it needs a little more time, but if it has a yellowish tone, then it’s just right.Smell. You probably know the smell of the avocado. It doesn’t smell different when it’s ripe, but if it has an unpleasant aroma, it’s a sign that it’s bad.Shake it. Bringing the avocado close and shaking it a bit can help you identify a good avocado. If you can hear how the pit moves, it’s ready. When it’s ripe, the seed separates from the fruit, making it easy to hear.Now that you know the exact steps to choose the perfect avocado, you can’t go wrong: it’s time to cook with avocados!We recommend checking out these RECIPES: AVOCADO STUFFED WITH CHICKEN SALADAVOCADO DRESSING WITH GREEK YOGURT